2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (197 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 565 kg more than 2004 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Montego. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Montego |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |